Learning & Development Advisor
Job Summary
Department Information
The Department of Municipal and Community Affairs (MACA), supports capable, accountable and self-directed community governments providing a safe, sustainable and healthy environment for community residents.
Job Information
The Advisor is located in Fort Simpson and reports to the Regional Superintendent, Dehcho. The Advisor has a functional relationship with the Manager, Community Government Learning and Development, to coordinate the delivery of the Department¿s community government training responsibilities in the Dehcho Region. The Learning and Development Advisor (Advisor) supports community governments by identifying learning needs and implementing initiatives that enhance the capacity of staff and council. The Advisor collaborates with Senior Administrative Officers (SAOs), community staff, GNWT departments, and partner organizations to design and deliver culturally safe learning strategies, tools, and resources. This role contributes to governance, strategic planning, and human resource development by applying best practices in adult education and organizational learning. The Advisor plays a key role in strengthening community government operations and supporting the delivery of essential programs and services.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
¿ Knowledge of adult and workplace learning best practices, facilitation, and practical procedures related to strategic planning, organizational design and development.
¿ Adult education principles and organizational behaviour.
¿ Municipal/community government and Indigenous organization structures.
¿ Occupational certification process.
¿ Knowledge of governance best practices, including council operations.
¿ Familiarity with community strategic planning and policy development.
¿ Ability and skill in facilitating workshops.
¿ Understanding of learning needs assessment techniques.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
A degree in but not limited to education combined with 2 years of relevant experience.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Dehcho HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
2nd Floor, Chief Baptiste Cazon Building
9802 98 Avenue
BOX 290
FORT SIMPSON, NT X0E 0N0
Tel (867) 288-0334
Fax (867) 695-3100
jobsdehcho@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Indigenous Employment Policy
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.
Driver's License Requirement
A mandatory requirement for this position is a valid Class 5 Driver's License
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 27566
Closing Date: MARCH 12, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $59.62 per hour to $71.22 per hour (approximately $116, 259 - $138, 879) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $12, 807.
Application Assistance
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